All Crane Worldwide Logistics articles
-
NewsCrane Worldwide adds new Dutch distribution hub
Source: Industrial Real Estate PartnersFreight forwarder Crane Worldwide Logistics has leased another distribution centre in the Netherlands.The Houston-headquartered forwarder will lease a new distribution centre measuring around 18,500 sq m at business park Majoppeveld-Zuid in Roosendaal.The building consists of approx. 13,650 sq m of distribution space, 4,000 sq m of ...
-
NewsCrane Worldwide celebrates 15 years of operations
Source: Crane WorldwideFreight forwarder Crane Worldwide is celebrating 15 years of operations.The company was launched in Houston in 2008 and has since expanded to more than 130 locations across the globe."The organisation has developed an international footprint through organic growth in fifteen years of cultivating solid partnerships with clients worldwide," ...
-
NewsCrane Worldwide awarded IATA’s CEIV certification for transporting Lithium-Ion batteries.
Crane Worldwide Logistics has been awarded IATA’s CEIV Li-batt certification for transporting Lithium-Ion batteries.IATA’s CEIV Li-batt certification program is a rigorous certification process ensuring operations, personnel, and facilities adhere to the standards, government regulations, and guidelines for transporting Lithium-Ion batteries.The transportation and storage of Lithium-Ion batteries requires strict safety protocols ...
-
NewsCrane Worldwide appoints Ang in industrial role
Janet Ang. Source: Crane Worldwide LogisticsFreight forwarder Crane Worldwide Logistics has appointed Janet Ang as global vice president of industrial as it looks to strengthen its focus on the sector.The forwarder said that Ang will drive the strategic direction of its industrial sector, supporting the development of "additional integrated supply ...
-
NewsLogistics firms predict Shanghai lockdown airfreight disruption
Global logistics firms are anticipating disruption, delays and price increases for air cargo supply chains in Shanghai following the start of a nine-day Covid lockdown in the city.Shanghai started a two-phase lockdown on March 28. From this date until April 1, the city’s east side, including Pudong, will be locked ...
-
NewsSilk Way West Airlines ramps up cargo at CVG Airport
Photo: CVGSilk Way West Airlines, operated in conjunction with Crane Worldwide Logistics, will operate 80 inbound and 80 outbound flights at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) this year.The new operations, at the north end of the airport where FexEx also operates, will contribute to around 14,400 tons of cargo at ...
-
InsightsOutlook 2022: Another challenging year for air cargo
With 2022 off to a busy start, Air Cargo News caught up with a range of companies to find out what their expectations are for the coming 11 months. Damian Brett reports.Around September last year, the air cargo industry was tentatively hoping that the market could be setting out on ...
-
NewsCrane Worldwide appoints Osterwald as MD for Germany
Jens Osterwald. Source: Crane WorldwideCrane Worldwide has appointed Jens Osterwald as managing director of its Germany business.Osterwald has worked internationally in leadership roles in the logistics industry for over 20 years.He joins Crane Worldwide to "drive future growth and development of both the freight forwarding and contract logistics footprint in ...
-
NewsCrane Worldwide appoints VP for automotive and industrial
Robert Gulyas. Source: Crane WorldwideFreight forwarder Crane Worldwide Logistics has appointed Robert Gulyas to the position of global vice president, automotive and industrial.Crane said it had made the appointment to reflect the changing nature of the sectors and as it targets growth in the industries.Supply chain disruption and the electrification ...
-
News
Crane Worldwide Logistics opens warehouse facility in Amsterdam
Crane Worldwide Logistics has invested in a warehouse facility near Amsterdam Schiphol Airport in the Netherlands.Located at the Schiphol Logistics Park, the facility will help Crane to increase its supply chain solutions in continental Europe, as it has direct links to Rotterdam port and mainland Europe.Crane's Schiphol facility runs a ...
-
Insights
Air cargo rates cool in June for summer slowdown
Air cargo rates settled down in June as the industry entered a seasonal slowdown in demand, but airlines and forwarders appear to be expecting a busy peak season. The latest figures from the Baltic Exchange Air Freight Index (BAI) show that average prices from Hong Kong to North America in ...
-
NewsCrane Worldwide adds China charter flights to combat supply chain disruption
Tim Zubradt, Crane WorldwideFreight forwarder Crane Worldwide Logistics will in July launch charter flights between China and the US to combat ongoing issues in ocean shipping and tight capacity in air cargo.The service will launch on July 2 using B747-400 freighter capacity between Shanghai and Rickenbacker International Airport, leaving on ...
-
NewsCrane targets hi-tech and FMCG with VP appointments
O'Cinneade (L) and Alexander (R)Forwarder Crane Worldwide has appointed new vice presidents for its hi-tech and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) departments.The company has appointed Fachtna O’Cinneide to the role of vice president of hi-tech Solutions. According to his LinkedIn profile, O’Cinneide has previously held positions at CEVA and DHL.In addition, ...
-
NewsCrane Worldwide Logistics names O'Connor as EVP strategic development
Crane Worldwide Logistics has appointed John O'Connor into the newly created role of executive vice president, strategic development.O'Connor, who has more than 28 years of experience in the logistics industry, will drive Crane's strategic development and enhance the integrated supply chain solutions offered to its international clients.Keith Winters, chief executive ...
-
NewsCrane Worldwide appoints president global commercial
Crane Worldwide Logistics has appointed Gerard Ryan into the role of president, global commercial.Ryan rejoins the company after having served as in creation and development role in the EMEA region.In his new position, Ryan will focus on client developments and will nurture relationships with the company's new and existing partners.Tim ...
-
NewsCrane Worldwide appoints new CIO as it celebrates 12 years
Brannon KuykendallCrane Worldwide has appointed Brannon Kuykendall as its chief information officer, while it is also about to celebrate 12 years of operations.The forwarder said that Kuykendall has successfully led technology teams ranging from start-ups to Fortune 500 enterprises and has a diverse experience in software development, cyber security, compliance, ...
-
NewsStretton re-joins Crane in EMEA role
Jason StrettonJason Stretton has re-joined Crane Worldwide Logistics to lead the future growth of the Europe, Middle East and Africa region (EMEA).The company said that Stretton was one of the key players in opening up Crane Worldwide in the EMEA when the business first started to operate in the region.His ...
-
NewsCrane appoints Krajniak to cruise sector role
Crane Worldwide - Maxine KrajniakCrane Worldwide Logistics has appointed Maxine Krajniak to the role of vice president cruise, marine and hospitality, to support the sectors in their recovery post-coronavirus.Krajniak, based in Los Angeles, has previous experience in managing global logistics support to the cruise line, hospitality, and marine industry and ...
-
NewsMiddle East move for Mitchell at Crane
Crane Worldwide Logistics has promoted Chris Mitchell to manage its Middle East region.Mitchell joined Crane Worldwide in in September 2011, as director for energy in Asia Pacific and since 2017 has led the Global Specialized Solutions division.The Middle East region is a growth area for Crane Worldwide Logistics, with significant ...
-
News
Forwarders brace for China airfreight space shortages
Freight forwarders are bracing themselves for air cargo space shortages as a result of demand spikes and capacity cuts on services out of China and Hong Kong.The widely reported capacity cuts on China and Hong Kong services comes in response to a collapse in passenger demand due to the coronavirus.Meanwhile, ...